Budget & Taxes (Appropriations)

failed · New Hampshire · House Jan 7, 2026

HB 619: making an appropriation to the solid waste management fund.

HB 619 allocates $1,000,000 from the General Fund to New Hampshire's Solid Waste Management Fund for the 2025-2027 biennium. This non-lapsing appropriation means the funds remain available until spent, with 50% specifically designated to prioritize projects reducing food waste and other organic waste diversion through June 2028. The bill directly affects state waste management programs and local projects focused on organic waste reduction. It does not change existing laws or create new requirements, solely providing funding for established waste management efforts. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $1M from General Fund to Solid Waste Management Fund for organic waste reduction, directly funding a public service program under state budget appropriations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Feb 19, 2026

SB 604: making an appropriation to the university system of New Hampshire.

SB 604 appropriates $14 million to New Hampshire's University System for fiscal year 2027 to restore funding reduced in 2025, and $3.5 million to the Community College System to maintain a freeze on credit-hour tuition rates. The bill directly affects public universities and community colleges in the state, providing concrete funding for operations and tuition stability. It authorizes the governor to draw these funds from the General Fund, effective July 1, 2026, with no additional revenue impact.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRestores $14M university funding and maintains $3.5M for tuition freeze, directly increasing public education appropriations and stabilizing costs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRestores $14M university funding and freezes community college tuition, directly advancing higher education financial stability and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Higher Education

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failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 13, 2026

HB 1760: repealing the directive that the department of health and human services seek a waiver to establish pharmacy copayment and premium requirements under the state Medicaid plan and making an appropriation therefor.

HB 1760 repeals a requirement that the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services seek a waiver to impose pharmacy copayments and premiums on Medicaid beneficiaries, including those in the New Hampshire Advantage Health Care Program and the Children's Health Insurance Program. It removes specific law sections (2025, 141:65; RSA 126-AA:2-a; and RSA 126-A:3, IX) that would have mandated these cost-sharing measures. The bill appropriates funds to the Department of Health and Human Services to cover the resulting revenue shortfall for the 2026-2027 biennium. This change directly eliminates new costs for Medicaid participants while maintaining program funding stability.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRepeals Medicaid copayment requirement and appropriates state funds to cover costs, directly funding Medicaid without beneficiary cost-sharing.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRepeals Medicaid copayment/premium mandates, eliminating cost barriers for beneficiaries and improving access to care under state Medicaid programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue Children's Health Insurance Medicaid

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in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Feb 12, 2026

SB 407: making an appropriation for each full-time student eligible for the in-state tuition rate enrolled in the university system of New Hampshire.

SB 407 appropriates $300 per full-time, in-state eligible student enrolled in New Hampshire's university system starting in fiscal year 2027, to reduce in-state tuition costs. It applies to students who qualify for in-state tuition rates and requires annual calculation of eligible students on October 1. The total annual appropriation is capped at $5.4 million, with funds drawn from the General Fund and non-lapsing (carrying over if unused). This bill directly affects in-state undergraduate students at the University System of New Hampshire by providing state funding to lower their tuition expenses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $5.4M from General Fund to reduce in-state tuition costs, funding essential education program with fiscal cap.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates $300/student to reduce in-state tuition costs for university students, directly funding higher education access and affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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died · New Hampshire · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 1399: making an appropriation to the Claremont school district for costs associated with a building renovation project from the revenue stabilization reserve account.

HB 1399 appropriates $5 million from New Hampshire's Revenue Stabilization Reserve Account (the "Rainy Day Fund") to reimburse the Claremont School District for part of the costs of renovating Stevens High School in 2015. The bill specifically addresses a project completed during a building aid moratorium, which the district needed to restore accreditation and maintain eligibility for future aid. This funding directly benefits the Claremont School District and Stevens High School, covering costs the district incurred but could not recover during the moratorium. The appropriation is a one-time payment from the state's rainy day fund, effective 60 days after passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $5M from rainy day fund for school renovation, funding essential public infrastructure during aid moratorium.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates $5M from Rainy Day Fund for school building renovation to restore accreditation and maintain future aid, directly supporting K-12 infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations K-12 Education

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passed · New Hampshire · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 1566: directing the department of health and human services to seek clarification from the Administration for Children and Families regarding the use of TANF reserve funds and repealing the requirement that the department of health and human services' biennial budget request include funding for certain child care workforce programs.

HB 1566 creates a backup state funding source to support child care employers in New Hampshire if federal funds cannot be used for recruitment and benefit grants. Specifically, it appropriates $15 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2027 (starting July 1, 2026) if the federal government denies permission to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) reserve funds for this purpose. The bill directly affects New Hampshire child care employers, providing them with grants to improve staff recruitment and benefits. This funding is contingent on the federal government's decision, which the Department of Health and Human Services anticipates will be denied, making the $15 million general fund appropriation likely to be used. The policy change ensures continued support for child care staffing without relying on federal approval.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $15M from general fund to fund child care employer grants, directly supporting state budget allocation for essential public services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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died · New Hampshire · House Aug 20, 2026

HB 1418: setting a minimum affirmative vote for new or expanded spending for SB 2 towns.

HB 1418 requires that in towns and school districts using the official ballot referendum system (SB 2 towns), any new or expanded spending proposal - such as a town operating budget or school district appropriation - must meet two conditions to pass: at least 15% of registered voters must cast ballots on the proposal, and a majority of those voting must approve it. This applies specifically to municipalities that have adopted the official ballot meeting format under RSA 40:13. The bill does not change spending amounts but sets a minimum voter participation and approval threshold for budget decisions. It takes effect 60 days after enactment.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRequires 15% voter turnout + majority approval for new spending proposals, restricting budget expansions in SB 2 towns.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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failed · New Hampshire · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 406: making an appropriation to the city of Nashua for the purpose of purchasing the former Daniel Webster College property.

SB 406 appropriates $20 million from the state General Fund to the city of Nashua for purchasing the former Daniel Webster College property. The bill states this property, currently owned by a foreign entity near Nashua's airport (deemed critical infrastructure), must be acquired to prevent foreign ownership near sensitive infrastructure. The funds are designated for the 2026-2027 biennium and will be drawn directly from the state treasury. This is a direct funding mechanism with no revenue impact on the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $20M from state General Fund for critical infrastructure purchase, directly funding a budget allocation without tax changes.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Procurement State Budget

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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 12, 2026

HB 1596: relative to the collection of certain health care program premiums; funding for the university system of New Hampshire; and raising the tobacco tax.

HB 1596 raises New Hampshire's cigarette and little cigar tax from $1.78 to $2.80 per pack of 20, increasing revenue for state funds. It appropriates $18 million annually to New Hampshire's university system to restore higher education funding to 2024 levels. The bill also stops collecting premiums for two health programs: the Children's Health Insurance Program and the NH Granite Advantage health care program. These changes take effect July 1, 2026, with tobacco tax revenue funding the university appropriation and education trust fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRaises tobacco tax to fund university system ($18M/year), increasing state revenue while restoring education funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAppropriates $18M annually to restore university system funding, directly advancing higher education support per bill summary.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareDefunds two health programs (CHIP and Granite Advantage) while redirecting tobacco tax revenue to universities, directly reducing healthcare coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue Higher Education Children's Health Insurance

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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1661: relative to expanding the housing finance authority's community heroes program and makes an appropriation therefor.

HB 1661 expands New Hampshire's Housing Finance Authority's "Community Heroes" program to provide homeownership assistance to essential workers. It appropriates $750,000 for fiscal year 2027 and $1.5 million annually thereafter from the General Fund to fund the program, with no more than 10% allowed for administrative costs. The program specifically targets eligible workers in healthcare, childcare, elder care, law enforcement, firefighting, education, and active military service, allowing them to use funds for down payments, closing costs, or interest rate reductions. The bill requires the Housing Finance Authority to establish rules defining eligibility and takes effect July 1, 2028, for the annual appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $1.5M annually from General Fund to fund homeownership assistance for essential workers, directly increasing public program funding.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands homeownership assistance for essential workers via $1.5M annual funding, directly advancing affordable housing access through targeted financial support.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentTargets essential workers (healthcare, education, etc.) with homeownership assistance funding, expanding financial support for labor force stability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Homeownership Housing Finance

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